Vietnamese Traditional Musical Instruments-Musical Instruments

We are presenting a collection of vietnamese musical instruments. They are hand made by the Vietnamese famous instrument maker: Master Phan Chi Tinh. He is now teaching his son, Phan Chi Hong, to continue this traditional trade. Master Tinh is one of few famous musical instrument makers still living in Hanoi. These instruments are made out of bamboo, wood, or buffalo's' skin. They have beautiful sounds and interesting designs. These instruments are used in Vietnamese traditional music which play an important roles in theaters and in other traditional festivals.